Staff Accountant - Manufacturing
Location: Pickering, ON
Work Model: Full-Time Onsite
About the Opportunity:
Our client, a growing manufacturing company in Pickering, is seeking a Staff Accountant to support both Canadian and U.S. operations. This role offers exposure to financial reporting, month-end close, cross-border accounting, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives, making it an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to broaden their experience and take ownership of their work.
Key Responsibilities:
U.S. Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Support the accounting, compliance, and financial reporting activities of the U.S. entity in partnership with the Finance and Tax Specialist.
- Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
- Review and analyze financial transactions to ensure accuracy and proper classification.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts including cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets.
- Support intercompany accounting and reconciliations between Canadian and U.S. operations.
- Assist with consolidated reporting and ensure alignment of U.S. financial records with Canadian ASPE requirements.
- Support external audits, sales tax filings, and adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.
Accounts Receivable
- Prepare customer invoices and credit notes for both Canadian and U.S. customers.
- Apply and reconcile customer payments and investigate payment discrepancies when required.
- Reconcile the accounts receivable subledger to the general ledger.
- Maintain accurate customer records and supporting documentation.
Planning, Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies.
- Participate in cross-functional projects focused on operational and financial improvements.
- Support finance-related requests from management and operational teams.
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience, ideally within a manufacturing or multi-entity environment.
- Strong understanding of month-end accounting and account reconciliations.
- Working knowledge of ASPE.
- Experience supporting accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash application activities.
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Sage 300 and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an asset.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary of $60,000 - $70,000
- Discretionary Bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 3 weeks' vacation
- Opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturing organization with strong long-term career potential
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